A Bridge Too Far by Cornelius Ryan
The Classic History of the Greatest Battle of World War II
This gripping historical account delves into the ambitious yet ill-fated Operation Market Garden during World War II, where Allied forces aimed to capture key bridges in the Netherlands to pave the way for an invasion into Germany. Through meticulous research and vivid storytelling, the narrative captures the bravery and chaos experienced by soldiers and civilians alike, highlighting the strategic miscalculations and communication breakdowns that led to the operation's failure. The book paints a poignant picture of the human cost of war, emphasizing the thin line between triumph and disaster in military endeavors.
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- Published
- 1974
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 670-720
- Original Language
- English
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